Hondori Street

Hondori Shopping Street (商店街) is a popular covered shopping arcade located right in the center of Hiroshima. It’s one of the liveliest spots in the city, filled with a wide variety of shops, cafés, restaurants, and department stores, all by a long, pedestrian-friendly street.

You’ll find everything here - from well-known fashion chains to local Japanese boutiques, street food stalls, cosmetics shops, gadget stores, and souvenirs. It’s the perfect place to wander, shop (a little or a lot), enjoy delicious Japanese food, and soak in the atmosphere.

The area is especially vibrant in the evening, when the lights come on, music fills the street, and both locals and visitors head out to enjoy the night. The vibe is relaxed, lively, and welcoming to everyone - couples, families, and anyone looking for a bit of urban energy.

If you feel like exploring further, side streets branch out from Hondori with even more shops, restaurants, and entertainment spots that are well worth discovering. So if you’re in Hiroshima, don’t miss Hondori!